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February 10, 2025
DPH Confirms Additional Measles Cases in Metro Atlanta
Unvaccinated Family Members of Previous CaseATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed two additional measles cases in unvaccinated metro Atlanta residents. These two cases are family members of the case confirmed earlier this year in January.DPH contacted persons that ma
January 30, 2025
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month
DPH Launches Voluntary Awareness Training for EMS PersonnelATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health Office of EMS and Trauma in partnership with Governor Brian Kemp, and First Lady Marty Kemp, is launching voluntary training for EMS personnel on how to identify potential victims of human t
January 28, 2025
DPH Confirms Measles Case in Metro Atlanta
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing MeaslesATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated metro Atlanta resident. DPH is working to identify any persons that may have been exposed through contact with the individual between Jan.1
January 24, 2025
CCHD Open for Business
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January 21, 2025
Agency Closed due to Hazardous Weather
Atlanta – The Clayton County Health District will be closed today due to the impending hazardous weather conditions. Further updates will be provided. Please stay safe and stay warm.The post Agency Closed due to Hazardous Weather appeared first on Clayton County Health District - Department of Publi
January 16, 2025
MLK Holiday Closing 2025
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January 6, 2025
Georgia Department of Public Health Awarded $2,778,558 to Support Injury Prevention Efforts
Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) was awarded $2,778,558 from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). The grant funding is provided to DPH by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and administered through GOHS.“This long-standing, unique partnership
October 18, 2024
New Information for Obtaining Low THC Oil Cards
Atlanta –The Georgia Department of Public Health is announcing several changes to the process for obtaining Low THC Oil cards. These changes are in accordance with Georgia Code 31-2A-18 and will benefit patients and caregivers.Cards are now valid for five years instead of two. This change applies to
August 19, 2024
DPH Confirms Measles Case in Metro Atlanta
MMR Vaccines is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles Atlanta– The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a measles case in a metro Atlanta resident who was not fully vaccinated. The individual was exposed to measles while traveling out of the country. DPH is working to identify
July 12, 2024
Georgians Urged Not to Eat Diamond Shruumz Products
Chocolates, gummies, and snack foods may contain psychoactive compounds Atlanta– The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating reports of severe illnesses associated with Diamond Shruu
